F-A Platform remains unmanned after power failure F-A Platform remains unmanned after power failure PetroSA confirms personnel evacuation Tuesday, April 21, 2026 0 939 SOUTH AFRICA: For the first time in history the F-A Platform, located approximately 98km offshore Mossel Bay, is completely unmanned after all 53 personnel on board were evacuated on April 8 following a total power failure.
Flagging issues addressed Flagging issues addressed New guidelines announced Saturday, April 18, 2026 0 678 Responding to rising number of ships flying false flags with nearly 40 countries reporting cases of fraudulent use by criminal groups, the International Maritime Organisation’s Legal Committee this week took steps to improve transparency and due diligence in ship registration.
Impact of fuel price on water transport a cause for concern Impact of fuel price on water transport a cause for concern TANZANIA: Stakeholders in the Mwanza, Kigoma and Kagera regions met yesterday to discuss the impact of the increase in fuel prices and engage on... Friday, April 17, 2026 0 515
Ghana declares first MPA Ghana declares first MPA GHANA: Ghana has taken a historic step toward safeguarding its marine environment with the official declaration of the Greater Cape Three Points... Thursday, April 16, 2026 0 554
Ghana strengthens seafarer commitment Ghana strengthens seafarer commitment GHANA: After announcing a strategic reset in January, the Ghana Maritime Authority has shown commitment to its new National Seafarer Development... Thursday, April 16, 2026 0 606
Hazardous cargo convention moves closer to becoming international law Hazardous cargo convention moves closer to becoming international law The international convention governing liability and compensation for damage caused by hazardous and noxious substances (HNS) carried by sea is... Wednesday, April 15, 2026 0 626
Namibian listing to boost O&G investment for the man on the street Namibian listing to boost O&G investment for the man on the street NAMIBIA: Canadian oil and gas company Sintana Energy has announced its intention to list on the Namibia Securities Exchange (NSX), a move that... Tuesday, April 14, 2026 0 598
Air surveillance improves ocean governance Air surveillance improves ocean governance GHANA: The French Falcon 50 maritime surveillance aircraft in Ghana has marked a significant operational milestone for fisheries governance in... Monday, April 13, 2026 0 604
0 People & Events MRA Online Wednesday, July 29, 2026 Boatbuilders prepare to interrogate market realities SOUTH AFRICA: Four of South Africa’s prominent boatbuilders are due to share the stage later this year to discuss the realities of manufacturing world-class vessels, competing in global markets and shaping the future of boatbuilding in the...
0 Tourism MRA Online Wednesday, July 22, 2026 SOS for a sailing stalwart SOUTH AFRICA: Built to fulfil the ambitions of a small group of South African yachtsmen 60 years ago who had set their sights on competing in the Observer Singlehanded Trans-Atlantic Race (OSTAR), the Voortrekker’s fate is now in the hands...
0 Women in Maritime MRA Online Friday, July 17, 2026 Pontoon delivery for new marina on track SOUTH AFRICA: The V&A Waterfront proved their commitment to delivering on plans for a superyacht basin at Quay 7 at an official keel laying ceremony yesterday that showcased the manufacturing progress already made in the production of six...
0 Maritime Opportunities MRA Online Thursday, July 9, 2026 New mentoring scheme launched for port technology leaders Applications have opened for the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) Ports Technology Mentorship scheme, which is focused on facilitating targeted knowledge transfer and skills development among its members.